1 Thessalonians 5:22
Abstain from every appearance of evil.
Henry Tompkins Anderson’s 1864 New Testament
In The King James Version
Abstain from all appearance of evil.
In Context
21Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.
Cross References
Romans 12:17repay to no one evil for evil; practice that which is honorable in the sight of all men.
1 Corinthians 10:31Whether, therefore, you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
2 Corinthians 8:20being careful for this―that no one shall blame us in this abundance, which is ministered by us;
1 Thessalonians 4:12in order that you may walk with propriety toward those who are without, and may have need of nothing.
Matthew Henry on 1 Thessalonians 5:17-23
Various Short Exhortations. ( a. d. 51.) 16 Rejoice evermore. 17 Pray without ceasing. 18 In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. 19 Quench not the Spirit. 20 Despise not prophesyings. 21 Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. 22 Abstain from all appearance of evil. Here we have divers short exhortations, that will not burden our memories, but will be of great use to direct the motions of our hearts and lives; for the duties are of great importance, and we… Read the whole commentary →